Phyllostachys Nigra
Black Bamboo
USDA Hardiness Zones 5-11
Sun Exposure: Full to partial sun
Height: 10'-15'
Spread: 10'+
Fast growing, upright stems turn black in their second season, contrasting nicely with rich green foliage. Control aggressive underground runners. Evergreen and deer resistant. Useful as a privacy screen or windbreak. Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Can become invasive, best contained in a pot with lip above soil level.